By Himadullah Sohoo 
The Abu Dhabi Knight Riders secured a commanding 29-run victory against the Dubai Capitals in the 20th match of the DP World ILT20 season 2. A powerful batting performance led by Michael Pepper and Andre Russell, coupled with a disciplined bowling attack, helped the Knight Riders win.
Knight Riders Roar with Bat and Ball:
- Michael Pepper provided an explosive start with two sixes and a four, but wickets fell steadily thereafter.
- Andre Russell’s 41-run blitz in 16 balls revived the innings, while Willey’s unbeaten 26 offered valuable support.
- David Willey, Sunil Narine, and Imad Wasim claimed two wickets each to stifle the Capitals’ chase.
Capitals Falter Despite Warner’s Heroics:
- David Warner’s 42 runs kept the Capitals in the hunt, but wickets at regular intervals hampered their progress.
- Jason Holder’s late cameo of 41 runs offered a glimmer of hope, but Andre Russell extinguished it in the 17th over.
- The Capitals fell short by 29 runs, succumbing to a disciplined bowling performance by the Knight Riders.
Post Match Quotes:
- Abu Dhabi Knight Riders captain Sunil Narine: “We could have started better with the bat, but thanks to Russell, we got to that score. The bowlers did well, but we will strive for a perfect game without dropped catches.”
- Player of the Match David Willey: “We have a great team, and everyone is contributing. It’s nice to win. I’m happy with my bowling and peaking at the right time. Hopefully, we can gel well and get more results.”
This comprehensive victory strengthens the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders’ position in the DP World ILT20 standings. The tournament continues with exciting matchups, so stay tuned for more cricketing action!
Anas Ahmed 
Zainab Shafiq